Shard
6.8#3 in minecraft anti-cheat pluginsFrom 1,490 RUB a monthFree planWebSelf-hosted
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Windfall Anti-Cheat
6.1#26 in minecraft anti-cheat pluginsFree planFree planSelf-hosted
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| Fact | Shard | Windfall Anti-Cheat |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | The plugin requires Java 17 or newer and a Paper or Folia based server, and supports SQLite or MySQL storage. | The README lists support for Spigot, Paper, Folia, and Purpur, with compatibility features for ViaVersion, ViaBackwards, ViaRewind, Geyser, Floodgate, OldCombatMechanics, and WorldGuard. |
| Purpose | Shard provides cloud protection against combat cheats on Minecraft servers. | Windfall is a Minecraft anti-cheat plugin that detects movement, combat, and inventory exploits. |
Shard plans
- FreeFree
- Plus1,490 RUB a month
- Pro2,490 RUB a month
- Business3,490 RUB a month
- Scale4,990 RUB a month
- Max7,990 RUB a month
Windfall Anti-Cheat plans
- FreeFree
Pick Shard if…
Shard suits Minecraft server operators using Paper or Folia who want cloud-based combat-cheat detection and centralized server statistics. The free plan is listed for one server and up to 10 players online; larger server and player limits are available on paid plans.
Pick Windfall Anti-Cheat if…
It suits Minecraft server owners seeking configurable exploit detection with minimal TPS impact. Administrators running the listed server software and willing to install PacketEvents are the intended users.